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THE TRACKS THAT ARE LEFT BEHIND FOOTPRINTS ON CRIME SCENES.

  • Published In: Servamus Community-based Safety & Security Magazine, 2024, v. 117, n. 8. P. 40 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Geldenhuys, Kotie 3 of 3

Abstract

When a perpetrator tries to hide evidence of a crime, it is commonly referred to as "covering their tracks" such as when a burglar wipes his fingerprints off with a cloth after breaking into a home. Although he believes that he has erased his traces, he might not realise that his shoe or vehicle's tyre impressions can still connect him to the crime scene. These impressions are referred to as "pattern evidence" because they create unique patterns. Shoes and boots leave distinct prints and impressions based on their brand, style and size. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Servamus Community-based Safety & Security Magazine. 2024/08, Vol. 117, Issue 8, p40
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Applied Sciences
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1015-2385
  • Accession Number:179266099
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